Overview
Filipendula aff. camtschatica is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Filipendula, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Filipendula aff. camtschatica grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates clay and loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include wildlife gardens, cottage and informal garden, wildflower meadow and flower borders and beds.
About
Filipendula aff. camtschatica is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the Filipendula genus, which is known for spreading through rhizomes and bearing pinnately divided leaves. This deciduous plant produces abundant clusters of small flowers on leafy stems that rise prominently above the foliage, typically in spring and summer. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and adapts well to various soil types, including clay and loam, provided the soil is moist but well-drained. Hardy to UK zone H6, it suits wildlife gardens, cottage and informal gardens, wildflower meadows, and flower borders.
About the genus
Filipendula is a genus of 12 species of perennial herbaceous flowering plants in the family Rosaceae, native to the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. Well-known species include meadowsweet and dropwort, both native to Europe, and queen-of-the-forest and queen-of-the-prairie, native to North America.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Filipendula
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, North-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Filipendula aff. camtschatica size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Wildlife gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Wildflower meadow, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Filipendula aff. camtschatica
- Propagation
- Seed sown in containers in spring, Division in spring or autumn, Root cuttings placed horizontally in a seed tray from late winter to early spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to powdery mildews and a fungal leaf spot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Filipendula aff. camtschatica?
Filipendula aff. camtschatica prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Filipendula aff. camtschatica need?
Filipendula aff. camtschatica grows best in clay and loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Filipendula aff. camtschatica hardy in the UK?
Filipendula aff. camtschatica has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Filipendula aff. camtschatica?
Seed sown in containers in spring, Division in spring or autumn, Root cuttings placed horizontally in a seed tray from late winter to early spring.
